Dako recalls Autostainer Link 48 (AS480) and Plus Link (AS100) models with potential buffer leakage if syringe tray is missing. Updated guide reduces false negatives.
The Autostainer instrument may not have a syringe tray installed which could result in a small volume of excess buffer being applied to several slides. In addition to the syringe tray, the updated Basic User Guide will reduce the potential risk of false negative results in the case of leakage of buffer and/or reagents that may impact staining.
Dako is recalling Autostainer Link 48 (AS480) and Plus Link (AS100) instruments that may leak buffer if the syringe tray is not installed. This could cause false negative results in staining. The recall affects devices made between July 1997 and June 2018 without the syringe tray.
Without the syringe tray, excess buffer may leak onto slides during use. This can cause false negative results in staining tests. The updated Basic User Guide helps reduce this risk by addressing leakage scenarios.
Lab users with Autostainer Link 48 (AS480) or Plus Link (AS100) instruments made between July 1997 and June 2018 that lack a syringe tray. Those using these instruments for staining work are most at risk.
Check for the model numbers AS480 (Autostainer Link 48) or AS100 (Autostainer Plus Link). Devices made between July 1997 and June 2018 without a syringe tray are affected. Serial numbers starting with UDI 05700572035497 indicate the recalled units.
Ensure the instrument has the syringe tray installed before use. If missing, contact Dako for a replacement.
The Autostainer instruments may leak buffer if the syringe tray is not installed, causing false negative staining results.
Check for model numbers AS480 or AS100 made between July 1997 and June 2018 without a syringe tray. Serial numbers starting with UDI 05700572035497 are affected.
Ensure the syringe tray is installed. If missing, contact Dako for a replacement or updated guide to reduce leakage risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Dako to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2074-2020 — Dako Dako Hello, I own a Dako that is covered by recall Z-2074-2020 from Dako. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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